TEENS + TWEENS PROGRAMS
Program length and fees are listed next to each program.
Class size is up to 20 teens. I hold a Masters Degree in Library Science,
+I am fully insured.
Animal Lovers Club Programs
Teens will receive 1 hour of community service credit.
Unless you prefer to drop off a project, I drop all projects off to animal shelters. I always include a letter with the library and librarian's name too! Finished projects are donated to: Babylon Animal Shelter, Save-a-Pet, North Fork Animal Shelter, The Humane Society, The Patricia Ladew Foundation + many more, depending on need/projects requested by the shelters.
PRICING:
All community service programs for teens in Suffolk County are $325
All community service programs for teens In Nassau County are $375
All food + fun programs are $395
Grab + Go Kits are $325 for 20 kits *Kits are listed in Red
Adopt Me Bandanas
Teens will create adorable bandanas that shelter pets can wear to adoption events! These bandanas will help to promote each animals' adoption.
as kits- includes tutorial, fabric quarter, + iron on patch
Adoption Boards For Shelter Pets
Teens will create adoption boards with pictures, stickers, scrapbook paper
and other embellishments. Boards will be donated to shelters
to help promote the adoption of long-time shelter animals!
NEW! Animal Shelter Appreciation Kits
We are partnering with the Babylon Animal Shelter for this program!
Teens will create cards + small canvas bags to donate
to give to animal shelter staff/volunteers+ brighten their day.
Kits will also include much needed items like
lip balm, snacks + more.
as kits *inlc. canvas bag + alphabet stencil
NEW! Are You Kitten Me? Beach Frames
We are partnering with the Babylon Animal Shelter for this program!
Teens will design frames to donate
to the animal shelter. They will add adorable pics of kittens
in these frames for new adopters!
as kits, incl. frames + embellishments *patrons needs paint
Caturday
Let's not forget about those adorable shelter cats! Teens will
create at least 3 different toys for cats including pom pom toys,
These will keep them busy while they wait for a fur-ever home.
as kits - incl. tutorial + materials to make 3 toys
DOGust
Create a beautiful dog-themed collage featuring adoptable shelter dogs.
We will use special paper + stickers and canvas.
Paw Print Diamond Art Coasters
Teens will create paw print coaster
to donate to new adopters!
Dog Foster Bags
Let’s decorate tote bags with an dog theme
for those fostering shelter animals! These bags
will be filled with some much needed items for
foster families.
Easter Baskets for Shelter Pets
Let’s create baskets +
fill them with some much needed items for
shelter pets.
Floral Frames for Shelter Pets
Design beautiful frames with paint and other embellishments.
New adopters will add a favorite picture!
as kits, incl. frames + embellishments *patrons needs paint
Have Pets, Will Travel
Let's create a beautiful piece of art with a travel theme! We will include pics of adoptable shelter pets.
No Regrets: ID Your Pets + Pet Essentials Presentation
Teens will create name tags for their pets using shrinky dink paper.
They will then attach them to key chains & add a charm at home.
Charms + keychains are provided during the class.
We will also discuss much needed everyday items that their pets may need.
*Due to time constraints, please note that teens will bake their
shrinky dinks at home.
as kits *inlc. paper, prints, keychains + jump rings
Painting FUR a Purpose
Teens will create a gorgeous animal-themed piece of art
to donate to animal shelters.
Pet Emergency Tote Bags
We will create kits for your pet in the event of an
emergency. The kit will be filled with most needed items for cats and dogs.
This is also a great project to donate to your local animal shelter. When
booking, please let me know if you want the kits to be for your teens to
keep or as a shelter donation.
as kits, incl. tote bag, tutorial + list of items.
The Pet Pantry Program
Teens will create kits for people and pets who have fallen on hard times.
Kits will be filled with some of the most needed items for cats and dogs.
Teens will also create special cards with well wishes.
These will be donated to people & pets in need.
Pet Pawty!
Teens will work in teams to create banners, bags, cards + treat jars for pets that have been at the shelter for a longer time. We hope that this celebration will bring them luck!
Pet Treat Jars + Placemats
We will create adorable treat jars using treat-themed washi tape, stickers, ribbon + tiny animals for the lid!
Next, Using special paper, vintage books & more, teens will create
placemats for their pets, or for shelter animals.
We will also laminate them for a long lasting effect.
as kits, includes, tutorial, paper, stickers + laminating sheets
Senior Shelter Pet Day
Let's not forget about those special senior shelter animals! Teens will
create crafts which will promote the adoption of senior shelter animals.
Tacky Bandanas for Cats & Dogs:
Let's help shelter pets look adorable
in these hilarious tacky bandanas.
Perfect for holidays + seasons: Easter, Spring, Summer, Halloween + Christmas
What a Pittie! (+Shrinky dinks!)
The focus of this program is to get teens involved in caring about Pitbulls.
We will discuss Breed Discrimination, and how teens can help to change the public's view of Pitbulls. Teens will take part in a special shrinky dink art-themed project to bring positive exposure to these animals.
as kits, incl. paper, print outs, charms, keychains + jump rings
NEW! Wild Animal Totes
Choose from hundreds of wild animal-themed stencils+ create a wild animal tote to donate to the amazing S.T.A.R. Foundation!
Vets + Pets
We are partnering with the North Fork Animal Welfare League.
The shelter has a special program for vets who adopt shelter pets.
Teens will design dog-themed tote bags
and add some important items for Vets.
Vintage Shelter Pet Art
Using Mod Podge and old time embellishments, teens will create a vintage collage on canvas featuring shelter pets.
Each picture will help to promote each animals' adoption.
as kits + materials to keep for your own pet
.
SEASONAL PET PROGRAMS: October - December
Spooky Frames for Shelter Cats & Dogs:
We will paint frames with a spooky theme. New adopters will have a HOWLING good time seeing their newly adopted pets' portraits in these!
as kits *inlc. frames + embellishments
Stuff-A-Stocking & Cards for Shelter Cats & Dogs:
Shelter pets deserve holiday gifts too!
We will stuff stockings with toys and treats.
We will also make special cards to help promote adoption.
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Community Service Programs For People In Need
Teens will receive community service credit.
*finished projects are donated to: Various Nursing Homes, Warrior Ranch, Help for People, CAST, Long Island Lending a Helping Hand and many more, depending on need/projects requested by organizations.
Aprons To Donate
Teens will design an apron with food-themed stencils to donate to children in need.
They will also enjoy store bought cookies while they decorate.
Please note that the cookies contain allergens including nuts, dairy, gluten.
as kits *apron + alphabet stencils
Assisted Living Appreciation Kits
Teens will create cards + small canvas bags to donate
to give to assisted living staff + brighten their day.
Kits will also include much needed items like
lip balm+ snacks.
as kits *inlc. canvas bag + alphabet stencils
Bags of Love For Foster Children
Teens will decorate tote bags and create cards for foster children.
These bags will be filled with some much
needed items for foster children.
as kits *inlc. totes + alphabet stencils
Beach- Themed Wood Slice Art to Donate
Using acrylic paint, teens will create unique pieces of
beach-themed art onto wood slices to donate to seniors.
as kits *inlc. 3 wood slices, paint + brush
Bibs + Bags for Babies in Need
Teens will decorate bibs with special messages
for babies in need. Teens will also decorate canvas bags for new mothers to use.
as kits *inlc. bag, bib, stencils
Bingo For A Cause!
Teens will compete in several rounds of Bingo.
They will win a prize to Keep and a prize to donate to people in need!
Capes + Cards
Let’s design capes + cards for kids who are receiving treatment for
pediatric illness at Stony Brook Hospital.
as kits *inlc. cape+ alphabet stencils
Chemo Care Kits
We will create inspirational cards + totes for kids who are
receiving chemo + help brighten their day!
as kits *inlc. tote + card materials
Decades Memory Collage
Teens will create beautiful decades-themed collages to donate
to assisted living residents. These will help spark precious memories.
as kits *inlc. canvas + materials
Diamond Art Coasters
Teens will create diamond art coasters
to donate to seniors at the Rose Caracappa Senior Center.
Diaper Bags for New Moms
Teens will work in teams to create diaper bags for new moms
using hundreds of stencils.
They will also include much needed items
for new moms.
First Responder Kits to Donate
Teens will create cards + small canvas bags to donate
to First Responders + brighten their day.
Kits will also include much needed items like
lip balm, trail mix + more.
as kits *inlc. canvas tote + alphabet stencils
Lavender Sachets + Make-up Bags for Those In Need
Teens will create Lavender Sachets to donate to senior citizens + brighten their day .
Next, create a beautiful make up by adding
special messages of hope onto canvas make-up bags.
as kits *incl. make up bag + markers
Let's Relax Bags for New Moms
Teens will tote bags to donate
to new moms + brighten their day.
Kits will also include much needed items
for new moms.
Meals on Wheels Placemats
Using special paper, vintage books & more, teens will create
placemats for adults who participate in Meals on Wheels.
We will also laminate them for a long lasting effect.
These will be donated to organizations that help Meals on Wheels
as kits *inlc. laminating sheets + materials
Memory Jars for Assisted Living Residents
Teens will create a memory jar filled with nostalgic questions
for assisted living residents to reflect on.
This is a wonderful way to give back as all jars will be donated.
as kits *inlc. jar + materials
Onesies For Babies in Need
Teens will decorate onesies with special messages
for babies in need. Teens will also create special cards.
as kits *onesie + stencils
Painting for a Purpose (for Assisted Living Residents)
Teens will create special works of art for adults at assisted living homes.
Residents can use them to brighten up their rooms.
as kits *inlc.canvas + brushes
Patriotic Garland to Donate
Teens will create a gorgeous Patriotic-Themed Garland using fabric.
This is a wonderful way to give back, as Warrior Ranch
or another organization in need.
Patriotic Jars to Donate
Teens will create a jar filled with nostalgic questions + kind phrases
for veterans reflect on. This is a wonderful way to give back as, all jars will
be donated to the Warrior Ranch or another organization in need.
as kits *inlc. jar + materials
Potholders for The Soup Kitchen
Teens will decorate potholders with special messages + art..
1 hour of community service given
as kits *2 potholders + stencils
Pressed Flower Bookmarks to Donate
*This program is $395*
Teens will create pressed flower bookmarks to donate to
senior citizens + brighten their day.
as kits *inlc. clear bookmark + flower sheet
Reusable Grocery Bags For Seniors
Using stencils and/or creating their own art
+ design reusable grocery bags for seniors.
These will be donated to seniors to brighten their day.
as kits *inlc. totes + stencils
Scavenger Collage for Seniors
The race is on! Come look for images in magazines.
We will then create collage art to donate to seniors.
as kits *inlc. canvas + materials
Sensory Kits for Children In Need
Teens will create sensory kits to donate to children in need.
Sensory items enhance fine motor skills and language development.
School Survival Kits
Teens will design pencil cases + washi tape clipboards to donate
to LI Lends a Helping Hand.
We will also add some much needed school supplies.
Teens will make a difference to those in need!
as kits *inlc. canvas case + stencils
Tea Time for Seniors
Teens will create beautiful gift bags + greeting cards
for seniors. We will add some tea-themed items
to donate to seniors at the Rose Caracappa Senior Center.
as kits *inlc. gift bag + card materials
Tea Towels For Seniors
Teens will create beautiful tea towels using fabric markers + stencils.
These will be donated to seniors at the Rose Caracappa Senior Center.
as kits *inlc. gift bag + card materials
Toiletry Totes to Donate
Teens can choose from hundreds of stencils to
write special messages of hope onto canvas tote bags.
We will also fill them with a few much needed items.
These will be donated to an organization which helps people in need.
*teens are welcome to bring in additional non-perishable items
to add to their bags.
as kits *inlc. totes + alphabet stencils
Trick-Or-Treat Bags to Donate
*Seasonal Sept/Oct
Teens will decorate tote bags to create spooktacular bags
for children in need.
as kits *inlc. totes + alphabet stencils
Snowman Mason Jar To Donate
*Seasonal Nov - March
Create an adorable snowman mason jar with white chalk paint
and black acrylic paint. We will add a cute face, carrot nose and a
plaid scarf. Dress for A Mess for paint
as kits *inlc. jar, white paint, ribbon, buttons, orange nose, + tutorial
Wildflower Bookmarks for Homebound Patrons
*This program is $395*
Teens will create wildflower bookmarks,
to hold a spot in their favorite books!
as kits *inlc. clear bookmark + flowers
Arts & Crafts
$395, 1 hour
Adventure Box
Teens will design a wooden box with an adventure theme!
They can store their favorite items in them at home.
Bad Art!
Teens will take part in a bad art challenge.
Everyone will vote for their WORST creation and
a gift card will be awarded to first place.
PLUS everyone keeps their creations.
*Dress for A Mess for paint.
Bean Art
Design a beautiful piece of unique art featuring beans!
Beach Frames
Design beautiful frames with shells. starfish and other embellishments.
Then add your favorite picture!
as kits *inlc. frame, paint , sand, + tutorial
Beach Totes
Teens can choose from hundreds of stencils to
create their very own beach-themed tote bag!
as kits *inlc. totes, beach-themed stencils + instructions
Boat Tote Summer Pouch
Design your own boat or summer themed canvas pouch
to store your summer essentials.
A few essentials will also be given out.
Canvas Wars!
Teens will take part in a canvas art challenge.
Everyone will vote for their favorite creation and
a gift card will be awarded to first place.
PLUS everyone keeps their canvas.
*Dress for A Mess for paint
Craft Wars!
Teens will take part in crafty challenges.
+ create items for their bedroom.
A gift card will be awarded to the winner!
*Dress for A Mess for paint
Hibiscus Totes
Teens can create a beautiful Hibiscus tote
and can also choose from hundreds of stencils to
create their very own beach-themed tote bag!
Hiking Hats
Design your own Hiking Hat to wear on your
favorite adventures!
Pressed Flower Bookmarks
Teens will create pressed flower bookmarks,
to hold a spot in their favorite books!
as kits *inlc. clear bookmark + flowers
Simmer Pots
Teens will learn all about simmer pots and create a
lemon + lavender simmer pot with dried fruit + slices.
They will also decorate their jars.
Summer Garland
Create a summer-themed fabric garland.
Perfect for a bedroom!
Wood Slice Art
Using acrylic paint, teens will create unique pieces of art
onto wood slices.
as kits *inlc. 3 wood slices, paint + brush
SEASONAL HALLOWEEN PROGRAMS: September/ October
Mummy Jars
Create a fun Halloween-themed mummy jar sing gauze,
googly eyes + fabric.
Trick or Treat Bags
Create a fun trick-ot-treat bag using Halloween-themed stencils
Store all of your delicious candy in them!
Shrinky Dinks
$395, 1 hour
*Due to time constraints, please note that teens will bake their
shrinky dinks at home. All materials and instructions will be provided in class,
and they will take key chains home for their creations.
Fandom Shrinky-Dink Keychains
I will bring in an assortment of Fandom Shrinky Dinks.
as kits *inlc. paper, prints, keychains + jump rings
Hamilton Shrinky-Dinks & Soundtrack Party
I will bring an assortment of Hamilton images
and teens will create their own jewelry
or keychain using shrinky dink paper.
as kits *inlc. paper, prints, keychains + jump rings
Stranger Things Shrinky-Dink Keychains
I will bring an assortment of Stranger Things Shrinky Dinks.
They will then attach them to key chains at home.
as kits *inlc. paper, prints, keychains + jump rings
Your Choice Shrinky-Dink Keychains
I will bring a large assortment of Shrinky Dinks so that you can make your own!.
They will then attach them to key chains at home.
as kits *inlc. paper, prints, keychains + jump rings
Competitive Programs
Bingo!
Teens will compete in several rounds of Bingo.
Winners will choose from some awesome prizes.
Bad Art!
Teens will take part in a bad art challenge.
Everyone will vote for their WORST creation and
prizes will be awarded to first and second place.
PLUS everyone keeps their creations.
*Dress for A Mess for paint
Canvas Wars!
Teens will take part in a canvas art challenge.
Everyone will vote for their favorite creation and
prizes will be awarded to first place.
PLUS everyone keeps their canvas.
*Dress for A Mess for paint
Craft Wars!
Teens will take part in crafty challenges
+ compete for a $10.00 Amazon card!
*Dress for A Mess for paint
Music Bingo!
Teens will compete in several rounds of Music Bingo.
Winners will choose from tons of awesome prizes.
Trivia Fun!
Teens will compete in trivia and win awesome prizes.